The Three Poisons

Undefended Dharma with Mary Stancavage by Mary Stancavage

Jul 20, 202622:26Religion & Spirituality

The Buddha says the root of suffering begins with what he calls the three defilements, also known as the three poisons. These are greed, aversion or ill-will, and ignorance or delusion. This teaching is as valid today as...

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